Dylan Michael Smith, 27, of Prince Frederick, MD, passed away on August 29th 2020 in Washington D.C. after a 4-year long battle with brain cancer.
Dylan was born at Anne Arundel Hospital to Shari and Carroll Smith on June 20th 1993. He worked as an elevator mechanic for 7 years at Schindler Elevators. He’s been a member of Huntingtown Volunteer Fire Department since 2008 and was awarded the Rookie of the Year Award, 15 Life Save Awards, 5 Green Cross Awards, 2 Medals of Courage, and a National Medal of Honor by the age of 23. In 2019, the Huntingtown Fire Department named their Rookie of the Year Award, the “Dylan Smith Rookie Firefighter of the Year Award” in his honor.
Dylan was born to be a fireman, and the only things he loved more than fighting fires were, his sister, his parents, his girlfriend, his dog and his friends. He was a hero through and through, and he changed the lives of everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him. He was the most selfless, noblest, funniest, loudest, most child-like man this world has seen. He requested that his loved one’s cheer on the Orioles and the Titans for him in the coming years.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Barbara and Carroll Smith.
He leaves behind his sister, Hope; his parents, Shari and Carroll; his grandparents, Robert and Carol Young and David Stotler; the love of his life, Brittney Colliflower; their furry son, Brooks; and his godchildren, Charlotte Bittner and Brooks Montgomery.
Following the burial, a wake will be held at Huntingtown Fire Department. Attendees are encouraged to wear sports memorabilia, specifically Orioles and Titans, although Washington sports gear is strictly banned.
Pallbearers will be Justin Bittner, Mike Montgomery Jr., Matt Montgomery, Josh Buckler, Kevin Kady, and Ty Lester.
The remainder of the funds that were generously donated to help pay for Dylan’s treatment as well as any funds that would have been spent on flowers for his funeral will be donated to the Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation.
Rose, Dale and Kaitlin Shaner
September 3 – Obituary: Dylan Michael Smith
Our hearts and prayers are with Shari and Dylan’s family and also Brittany at this sad time. Dylan grew up going to Prime Time Children’s Center with my girls and also Windy Hill Elementary. My sympathy and many thoughts and prayers for God’s comfort and healing for the days ahead. May you find peace knowing that he is home now and free from pain in a glorious place with God.
Linda Beall
September 1 – Obituary: Dylan Michael Smith
Shari, Carroll, Hope, Carol and Bob – My heart is very heavy to have heard of Dylan’s passing. He was truly a remarkable young man! You have a lot of good memories of him and all his accomplishments in such a short life.
Thoughts and prayers are with you all during this extremely hurting time!
Love to all,
Aunt Linda
Kathy Gonzalez
September 1 – Obituary: Dylan Michael Smith
Our condolences go out to the family and friends of Dylan and we pray that God will give everyone strength and love as they go through this sad time. Gonzalez family.
Carol Schmitz-Corken
September 1 – Obituary: Dylan Michael Smith
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Dylan. My heart goes out to you. He was a shining light.
Stu McHenry
August 31 – Obituary: Dylan Michael Smith
To Dylan’s Family
Dylan worked in my department for several years. I remember him as a Good Hearted young man with a great sense of Empathy and Strong Moral character. Dylan was always positive, particularly regarding his illness. These are qualities that create the finest. It was no surprise to me that he was a Fireman. These are Just a few of things that standout to me about Dylan.
As an Elevator Man, Dylan was Loved by everyone that he worked with. You know this Is true when Elevator Techs request to have you on their job. (This is a sign of a Guy who would make it in our Trade).
I offer my Deepest Condolences on the loss of Dylan to his Family and Friends.
Rest Well Brother, you have done a hard day’s work.
Your Friend Stu McHenry
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